A burnout is pretty easy to do, but it's a lot easier with a line-lock. A line-lock allows you to lock the front brakes independently of the rear brakes, so the car stays put while the tires smolder.
If you learned to drive a car before anti-lock brake systems (ABS) became common, or if you were taught to drive by someone that did, you've likely received driving advice such as, "pump your brakes ...
What happens when a car's brakes suddenly lock up? This video documents the urgent diagnostic process to find the cause of a dangerous brake failure and the expert steps required to fix it safely.